WAC 326-02-060. Factors considered in determining penalties

In determining the nature of the penalty and monetary amount, if any, of a penalty to be imposed, the factors which may be considered include, but are not limited to: (1) The potential harm to the certified or noncertified business; (2) Potential harm to the state, due to delay or other problems; (3) The potential for harm to the public; (4) Whether the violation occurs in the context of particular contract; (5) The stage or percent of completion of a contract at which the violation occurs; (6) The timing of the discovery of the violation; (7) The contracting history of the alleged violator; (8) The extent to which the alleged violator has cooperated with the investigation; (9) Whether there have been previous violations by the person.